Georgia

Georgia Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Georgia in January.

Planning a journey to Georgia this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Georgia in January

Georgia has a wide variety of climate types. During January, you can expect temperatures that range from very cold to cold and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy. January is a winter month.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Mestia at -7°C (19°F) to cold in Grigoleti at 11°C (52°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C (37°F) in Grigoleti and -16°C (3°F) in Mestia. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Georgia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in Udabno with an average of 23 mm (0.9 in) to heavy snow/rainfall in Sarpi with 201 mm (7.9 in). In Tbilisi City, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Tbilisi City receives about 99 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Georgia by month

Best Places to Visit in Georgia in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Georgia.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Georgia

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Georgia?

Temperature range in Georgia (January)

Precipitation variation in Georgia (January)

Tbilisi City

In January Tbilisi City generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
93 hours
99 hours
102 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
33 mm (1.3 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Batumi

In January Batumi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
110 hours
99 hours
104 hours
Monthly rainfall
184 mm (7.2 in)
177 mm (7 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Kutaisi

In January Kutaisi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
152 mm (6 in)
155 mm (6.1 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Bakuriani

In January Bakuriani generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C (14°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Monthly snowfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Gudauri

In January Gudauri generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -6°C (21°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -14°C (7°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Min temperature
-12°C (10°F)
-14°C (7°F)
-13°C (9°F)
Monthly sun hours
108 hours
107 hours
113 hours
Monthly snowfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Georgia in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tbilisi City 5°C (41°F) -5°C (23°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Batumi 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 177 mm (7 in)
Kutaisi 7°C (45°F) -1°C (30°F) 155 mm (6.1 in)
Gudauri -6°C (21°F) -14°C (7°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Borjomi 1°C (34°F) -8°C (18°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Mestia -7°C (19°F) -16°C (3°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)

Georgia weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Georgia in January?

January in Georgia brings unpleasant weather. In Tbilisi City, daytime temperatures are typically around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime lows hover near -5°C (23°F).

What is the average temperature in Georgia in January?

Daytime temperatures in Tbilisi City peak at roughly 5°C (41°F) in January, dropping to about -5°C (23°F) overnight.

Does Georgia get a lot of snow/rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Georgia during January, with Tbilisi City averaging close to 30 mm (1.2 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Georgia?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Georgia due to the typically poor weather in Tbilisi City.

On average, the best time to visit Georgia is in June, July and September with generally perfect weather in Tbilisi City. On the other hand, the weather in February and December tend to be poor.

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